The Brief
- DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson unveiled a Comprehensive Housing Plan in Decatur to address homelessness, rental needs and homeownership.
- The initiative creates a Housing Council and leadership structure to coordinate county resources, financial institutions and community developers.
- Officials established measurable goals across the program to ensure accountability and track progress for area residents.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson unveiled a Comprehensive Housing Plan on Tuesday in Decatur to expand stable, attainable housing options across metro Atlanta.
Expanding DeKalb housing options
What we know:
DeKalb County leaders launched a broad strategy on Tuesday targeting housing needs across all income levels. The initiative addresses homelessness, housing instability, rental properties and homeownership opportunities. CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson emphasized that housing forms the foundation for family stability and community success.
The plan establishes a Housing Council alongside an updated leadership structure to align local programs and investments. Officials designed the system to bring government agencies, private developers, financial institutions and non-profit service providers together.
Measuring progress for local residents
What we don’t know:…